2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
